It takes full advantage of OS X technologies such as OpenGL, Grand Central Dispatch, Core Graphics and is fully optimized for 64-bit and multi-core processors to squeeze every ounce of available performance from your hardware - so it's seriously fast. Whether it's a 100 megapixel image or the most complex vector drawing with thousands of curves, you still pan and zoom at 60fps, move objects in correct z-order and see live views of all adjustments, brushes and effects as you're working with no compromise.

Experience the best PSD import engine out there - making it easy to collaborate with other creative professionals. Along with support for PSD, PDF, SVG, AI (PDF Stream), Freehand and EPS files you get all the flexibility you need so whether you switch to Affinity Designer for all your work, or just elements of what you do, it's completely painless.

Real-time performance- Panning and zooming is always live at 60fps- Live gradients, transforms, effects and adjustments- Optimized for documents of any complexity, zoom to over 1,000,000% for absolute precision- Live pixel and retina view of vector artwork, wireframe view, split screen mode- Seamless switching between tools and editing modes for frustration-free design

Truly multi-discipline- Rock solid vector tools that work just the way you want them to- Live effects, blend modes, image adjustments, and raster and vector masks for any part of your design- Use the strengths of vector and raster behaviors for the best of both worlds- The best pen tool, node tool, curve editing, geometry operations, and smart shape tools available- Flexible text handling including comprehensive support for OpenType- High quality raster tools for texturing, masking and finishing artwork. Create your own brushes too.- Optimized workspaces give focus to design disciplines including web graphics, UI/UX, print, and concept art